To further public awareness and dialogue, Ms. Olson announced plans to hold public forums around the country to hear from taxpayers and tax professionals regarding the “Future State” plan, including their thoughts on the extent to which taxpayers will continue to need telephone and in-person assistance. The public forums seek to ensure the “Future State” plan will better reflect the needs and preferences of U.S. taxpayers as they seek to comply with the tax code.

The March 9 public forum, the first to be held in a local community, will feature an invited panel consisting of representatives from the small business and local taxpayer communities, including: